23-May-16
START DATE
END DATE
17-Mar-17
FG v HJ (formerly HG) No Judge Name Listed Supreme of Bermuda
COURT:
LAW:
JUDGE(S):
CLAIMANT'S LAWYER:
DEFENDANT'S LAWYER:
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Divorce Jurisdiction
Hon. Justice Stephen Hellman
Ms. Jacqueline MacLellan (MacLellan & Associates)
Mr. Ray De Silva (Moniz & George)
FACTS OF THE CASE:
The Mother (HJ) sought permission to relocate with the child to Florida. The Father (FG) opposed relocation and sought sole custody, care, and control. The case involved issues of parental responsibility, the child's education, financial support, and the best interests of the child. The court denied the relocation request, ruling that the child should complete primary education in Bermuda and that both parents should have joint custody, care, and control. The decision was based on concerns about educational stability, parental involvement, and financial considerations.
SUMMARY:
Start Date: 13th June 2013
OUTCOMES:
Relocation Denied, Joint Custody Ordered
RULED IN FAVOUR OF:
Joint Custody (Both Parents)
PLAINTIFF/CLAIMANT
DEFENDANT:
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FG v HJ (formerly HG) No Judge Name Listed Supreme of Bermuda
The Mother (HJ) sought permission to relocate with the child to Florida. The Father (FG) opposed relocation and sought sole custody, care, and control. The case involved issues of parental responsibility, the child's education, financial support, and the best interests of the child. The court denied the relocation request, ruling that the child should complete primary education in Bermuda and that both parents should have joint custody, care, and control. The decision was based on concerns about educational stability, parental involvement, and financial considerations.